Overview
About Founder Institute:
The Founder Institute is the world’s most proven network to turn ideas into fundable startups, and startups into global businesses. Since 2009, our structured accelerator programs have helped over 9,000 entrepreneurs raise over $2BN in funding. Based in Silicon Valley and with chapters across over 100 countries, our mission is to empower communities of talented and motivated people to build impactful technology companies worldwide.
Are you building a startup with global ambitions, or curious what it takes to compete on the world stage? Join us for "Meet the Singapore Startup Ecosystem (VIP Networking Event)" featuring a candid conversation with Jeffrey Paine, Co-founder and Managing Partner of Golden Gate Ventures and previous Director of Founder Institute Singapore. Jeffrey will share firsthand insights from his years investing across Southeast Asia, what it takes for a startup to stand out on the global stage, and lessons from building one of the region's most active early-stage venture funds. Stay after the chat to connect with fellow founders and members of the local startup community over informal networking.
What You'll Learn:
Startup stories and a fireside chat with Jeffrey Paine, Goldern Gate Ventures, previous FI Singapore Director.
Gain insights into the FI accelerator experience for startups
Understand the value of building relationships with fellow founders and entrepreneurs.
Have the opportunity to ask questions and connect directly with key people in the FI network.
Who Should Attend:
Aspiring founders and early-stage entrepreneurs looking to connect and learn.
Anyone who is looking for a cofounder or would want to join a startup as a cofounder.
Anyone interested in joining a startup accelerator.
Anyone who has a pre-seed tech company or a startup idea.
Additional Resources:
Explore more Startup Events, know more about the Founder Institute Core Program and get inspired by the latest Graduate News.
Schedule
Date: 24 Aug 2026, Monday
Time: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM (GMT +8:00) Kuala Lumpur, Singapore
Location: Hub Synergy Point 70 Anson Road #27091 , 079905
Speakers
Speaker's Profile:
Ang Yee Gary, Program Coordinator, Newcastle Australia Institute of Higher Education
Dr Gary Ang is a Singapore-based public health specialist, family physician, healthcare innovator and Chapter Lead of Founder Institute Singapore. With 20 years of experience in public healthcare, he works at the intersection of clinical care, research, artificial intelligence and innovation. He also serves as a Programme Coordinator at Newcastle Australia Institute of Higher Education. He holds an MBBS, MPH and MBA, and is passionate about supporting ambitious founders building solutions with global impact.
